Relaunching Legal Careers with Leading Organizations
What is the OnRamp Fellowship?
The OnRamp Fellowship, powered by Diversity Lab, is a re-entry platform that matches experienced lawyers returning to the workforce after a career hiatus with law firms and legal departments in the US for year-long paid positions.
OnRamp is and has always been open to everyone, regardless of gender, race, and other identities.
Why is OnRamp Important to Returners?
This unique program gives returning lawyers an opportunity to demonstrate their value in the marketplace while also broadening their experience, skills, and contacts. Through the coaching and cohorts, it also offers a support infrastructure and an opportunity to connect with other returners.
How Does OnRamp Benefit Organizations?
Law firms and legal departments that participate in the OnRamp Fellowship gain access to an untapped group of diverse high performing lawyers who want to return to and advance in the legal profession. More than 40 legal organizations have hired Fellows through OnRamp since its inception in 2014.
What is the Goal of OnRamp?
The goal of the Fellowship is to replenish the talent pipeline in law firms and legal departments with experienced lawyers who have the potential and the desire to advance into leadership roles.
Founding Law Firms
Testimonials
News and events
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New York Times, "Don’t Say ‘Elite’: Corporate Firms’ New Pitch Is Meritocracy" -
BizJournal, "Resume gaps aren't the dealbreaker they once were, but there's a catch" -
Crain’s New York Business, "Return to Work Options Are Growing for Mid-Career People" -
Washington Lawyer, "Another Shot at Big Law"
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Bloomberg Law, "Resume Gaps Lose Sting for Some Women Eyeing Return to Big Law" -
Law.com, "‘Be Proud of It’: Lawyers Relaunching Careers Can Do So From Position of Strength" -
Law360, "Talent Wars Give Women Attys Seeking ‘Third Act’ New Edge"
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The American Lawyer, "39 Firms and Legal Departments Team Up to Bring Women Back to the Legal Workforce"
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Law360, "Diversity Lab Sets New Goal For Returning Law Professionals"
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The Global Legal Post, "Diversity Lab seeks to help 200 women lawyers return to the profession by 2025"
A ‘Returnship’ That Benefits Everybody
If you are a law firm or legal department looking to advance inclusivity in the workplace, or you’re a potential applicant, learn more about the OnRamp Fellowship.
Connecting with my amazing cohort [was the most valuable aspect of my Fellowship.] I learned so much from them, continue to stay in touch with most, and draw on that group regularly for inspiration and gut checks. Having the opportunity to connect with women with shared experiences, and to get encouragement from them as we navigated that first year back, was something I would not have wanted to proceed without.
Anne Fiero OnRamp Fellow Alum